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This Life, Sex, and Death Among the Dire Wolves instructional video also includes:
Scientists know a great deal about extinct dire wolves thanks to a large number fossilized in one geographical area. They lived in groups, hunted opportunistic or wounded prey, and were fierce in battle and sex. Learn more with an informative and engaging video.
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Instructional Ideas
- Research the large variety of animals found in the tar pits
Classroom Considerations
- Seriously consider the maturity of students, as the video bluntly discusses dead puppies, sex, penis bones, and how these bones sometimes break
- Assumes prior knowledge of tar pits, evolution, and wolves
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Content maintains viewers' focus
- Includes closed captioning for ease of note taking